IDH-mutant gliomas are a type of cancer that grow slowly. They are not common and usually affect young people. These tumors are divided into two main groups. There are IDH-mutant astrocytomas and IDH-mutant 1p/19q codeleted oligodendrogliomas. The World Health Organization classified them in 2021. These tumors are tricky. They grow slowly but keep growing. Almost eve...
Knee replacements are common, but they aren't always smooth sailing. Sometimes, a break near the implant can cause serious issues. This is known as a periprosthetic knee fracture. It's not super common, but when it happens, it can be a real challenge. Doctors and researchers are still trying to figure out how to make the recovery process better for patients. The jou...
There is a big problem with the information available online about treating chronic migraines. It is often too hard to understand. This is a big issue because it makes it difficult for people to make informed decisions about their health. The average reading level of the information is at a 10th-grade level. This is much higher than the recommended 6th-grade leve...
The knee is a complex joint. It is a key player in daily movements. Patellar tendinopathy is a common issue. It causes pain and discomfort in the knee. When this problem does not go away with usual treatments, it is called refractory. This is a big problem for those who have it. It can make it hard to do everyday things. Also, it can affect sports performance. Surgi...
Preemies are infants born before 37 weeks of pregnancy. They are fragile and can face serious health issues. One of these issues is necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). This is a severe gut problem that can be life-threatening. When NEC is very bad, surgery might be the only way to save the baby's life. But, surgery isn't always the best choice. It can have serious ...
Boys up to the age of 16 in Canada who suffer from a knee injury can go without a surgery for it. This is even true for some folks requiring a knee replacement or reconstruction. Although it sounds scary, the cruciate ligament of the knee is a pretty tough band that can repair itself in many cases. Even worse travology knee injuries, more common...
Imagine living with breasts so large that they cause daily back pain, skin irritation, and even self-esteem issues. This is the reality for those experiencing symptomatic breast hypertrophy. A common solution, reduction mammaplasty, has been proven effective in treating these symptoms and boosting patient satisfaction. However, getting insurance to cover the costs ca...
Craniocervical junction dural arteriovenous fistulas (CCJ-DAVFs) are tricky blood vessel issues that can be tough to detect and cure. A recent study looked into two common treatments: surgery and a procedure called endovascular therapy. They wanted to see which one worked better. To do this, they gathered a bunch of data and analyzed it carefully. First off, what ev...
Imagine this: a worker is fixing an air conditioner, and suddenly, a blast of high-pressure refrigerant hits his palm. Ouch! But hold on, this isn't a story about surgery. In fact, the guy's hand was treated without any cuts, and it healed just fine. This isn't to say all high-pressure hand injuries can skip the operating room, but it's a reminder that sometimes, non...
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can be effectively treated with surgical gastric fundoplication, a procedure that almost completely stops both acid and non-acid reflux. However, this surgery isn't always the best choice for everyone. Lasting side effects can sometimes outweigh the benefits. The challenge lies in identifying the ideal candidates for this proced...